Sanitation Technician

Thorne

Summerville (SC)

On-site

USD 26,174 - 29,274

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance

401k plan with employer matching

Gym membership reimbursement

Monthly allowance of Thorne supplements

Paid time off and volunteer time off

Job summary

Thorne in Summerville, SC is seeking a dedicated Sanitation Technician to join our production team. The role requires cleaning machinery and maintaining a safe work environment while ensuring adherence to quality standards. You will operate under various shift schedules, contributing to our commitment to well-being.

This full-time position offers competitive compensation with additional benefits such as company-paid medical and a 401k plan. Join our passionate team to support superior health solutions!

Qualifications

Minimum High school diploma or GED is required.
Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
Ability to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

Operates cleaning machinery after proper training.
Adheres to internal safety policies regarding PPE.
Completes cleaning tasks in a timely manner.

Skills

Cleaning machinery operation

Safety adherence

Time management

Cross-training in production areas

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

High pressure washer

Floor machine

Job description

Sanitation Technician

Department: Production

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Summerville, SC

Compensation: $19.00 - $21.25 / hour

Description

At Thorne, we work to deliver high-quality, science-backed solutions to empower individuals to take a proactive approach to their well-being. Each day begins with a mission to help others discover and achieve their best health. We count on our team members to challenge and push the boundaries to make that happen. At Thorne, you’ll be joining a team of more than 750 passionate individuals committed to our cause of providing superior health solutions at every age and life stage. At Thorne, our production team is the heart of our operation, where science meets precision to create high-quality health and wellness products. Our hourly production roles offer hands‑on experience in a clean, safe, and innovative manufacturing environment with opportunities for growth and development. Whether you’re mixing raw ingredients, operating machinery, or calibrating a machine ensuring products meet our strict quality standards, every team member plays a critical role in delivering trusted solutions to our customers. To learn more about our Sanitation roles- watch these videos!

Sanitation Technician

Sanitation Technician Operating Schedules

1st Shift 7:00am- 3:30pm
2nd Shift 3:00pm-11:30pm (+$2.25 Shift Differential)
3rd Shift 11:00pm-7:30am (+$2.25 Shift Differential

All shifts include Saturdays plus overtime as required to meet production needs. Please note, effective July 12, 2026 Sanitation Technicians will transition to a 12-hour schedule.

Day Shift: 5:00am-5:30pm
Night Shift: 5:00pm-5:30am

Sanitation Operator Responsibilities

Operates cleaning machinery (high pressure washer, foamer and floor machine, etc.) after proper training as required by area and assigned by a lead or supervisor.
Adheres to internal safety policies, including use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
Completes cleaning tasks in a timely manner and keeps work area in a neat and efficient manner.
Commits to the Sanitation Technician Credentialed Training program where the proper knowledge, skills and experience are acquired to meet the high quality of proficiency expected as a Thorne Sanitation Technician.
Assists Production Operators with run procedures (i.e., end line clearance, beginning line clearance, cleans, removal of machine parts and reassembly of machine(s) or line equipment) as needed.
Becomes cross‑trained in other production areas and willingly works in the different production areas as assigned by a lead or supervisor.

At Thorne, we believe in the infinite potential of humans to perform at every level and life stage. We are committed to investing in our people through the structured, certification‑based progression levels outlined below, designed to support continuous learning, skill development, and professional growth. As you advance, you will build new competencies, expand your responsibilities, and increase your impact within the organization — with financial incentives tied to each level of achievement.

WHAT YOU NEED

Minimum High school diploma or GED is required.
Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Must be able to safely work with ingredients and products that are derived from possibly allergenic sources including, but not limited to, nuts, soy, dairy, fish, and shellfish.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to work an entire 8 hour shift, when necessary, in an enclosed room.
Must be medically qualified to work while using a half-mask respirator or a full-air respirator for up to six hours at a time and be able to follow Thorne Research’s Respiratory Protection Program guidelines.
Must be able to work in a stationary position as well as move about unassisted.
Must be able to safely and carefully operate and use assigned production equipment and machinery.
Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as circumstances arise during the course of a shift as well as climb a ladder unassisted.
Must be able to operate, activate, use, prepare, and clean production equipment, occasionally grasping with force and using twisting wrist movements, as well as climb a ladder unassisted.
Must have sufficient range of motion with arms and hands to reach overhead and to the side, often repetitively, during an 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shift.
Must be able to ascend/descend a ladder while carrying up to 20 pounds of material.
Must be able to print in a legible manner.
Must be able to work in a moderate noise level environment.
Must be able to move or lift items weighing up to 55 pounds from floor to table and from table to floor, often repetitively, during an 8-hour shift.